2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1971 NSU Ro 80

To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 1,990 cc, 1971 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1971 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Panda 1971 NSU Ro 80
Make Fiat NSU
Model Panda Ro 80
Year Released 2009 1971
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 1990 cc
Engine Type in-line dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 69 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2870 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 82 L


 

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